3 h. ago PIP claimants with these four conditions 'to keep benefit, says DWP assessor

The tightening of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) rules is estimated to cut 400,000 Brits from the scheme when they take effect in November next year

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6 h. ago PIP claimants told to do this one thing with huge success rate if they are rejected

EXCLUSIVE: James Merrell, a former PIP assessor for the DWP, provided the Daily Star with a step-by-step guide of the options available to applicants when they are rejected from the scheme

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26 h. ago Exact number of PIP claimants that won't pass new benefits point system revealed

PIP is a disability benefit that is awarded to people who need help with everyday tasks due to an illness, disability or mental health condition

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29 h. ago PIP claimants 'aren't scroungers looking for an easy ride' as online hate swirls

EXCLUSIVE: Cruel online trolls have taken to the internet to spew hatred towards Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants who suffer from disabilities and severe illnesses

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45 h. ago Ange Postecoglou ignores blow to come out fighting over Spurs future

EINTRACHT FRANKFURT vs TOTTENHAM: Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou could be faced with the sack if his side fail to qualify for the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday night

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51 h. ago PIP claimants with these 'four conditions will keep benefit', DWP assessor says

EXCLUSIVE: Disability benefits expert James Merrell, who helps claimants through the PIP process, told the Daily Star what groups are likely to keep the the benefit and which are likely to lose it

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55 h. ago DWP PIP rules on holidays abroad this year that could see stripped payments

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued guidance to PIP claimants who are planning to leave the country for a period of more than four weeks, which may affect entitlement

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3 d. ago DWP wants to know exactly what PIP claimants are spending their benefit cash on

The DWP is to carry out research into the disability-related expenses that PIP is designed to cover - but campaigners have warned the current payments do not meet the costs

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6 d. ago DWP lists seven conditions likely to secure PIP payments despite upcoming benefit cuts

The DWP has revealed new figures detailing the Personal Independence Payment claimants most likely to benefit from the disability benefit with PIP payments set to rise this month

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7 d. ago These PIP claimants could fail to qualify for benefits under strict new rules

From next year, applicants will need to score four points in at least one activity when they are being assessed for the daily living element of PIP, which is currently worth up to £110 a week

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8 d. ago DWP could stop PIP payments if claimants don't report these changes

Several changes to your circumstances could affect your PIP payments

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8 d. ago DWP PIP policy 'doesn't reflect reality' as claimants face extra £900 in bills

The eligibility criteria for the benefit are changing next year

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9 d. ago People on PIP must report these changes to DWP or monthly payments could stop

PIP claimants may also have to pay a penalty if they give the DWP wrong information.

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9 d. ago DWP confirms new plans for people on PIP with ‘light touch’ ongoing award for 10 years

Planned changes to PIP are scheduled to start in November 2026 for new claimants.

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1 week ago Top 10 Motability Scheme vehicles for PIP claimants with no upfront fees

There are several benefits that could qualify you for the Motability Scheme

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1 week ago Four types of PIP claimants with highest chance of £749 award

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed proposed plans to reform Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

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2 w. ago DWP booked profoundly deaf PIP claimant in for phone interview, claims advisor

An almost 100% deaf man was scheduled into an audio-only phone interview as part of his PIP claim despite depending on lip reading to communicate, his representative claims

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2 w. ago DWP PIP claimants urged to ask for crucial document ahead of major benefit changes

The DWP has announced a huge overhaul to the PIP system, with changes to daily living and mobility components, as well as new assessment criteria

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2 w. ago PIP claimants making 'one big mistake' on applications, former DWP assessor says

James Merrell, who worked as a PIP assessor for the DWP, explained to the Daily Star how applicants can avoid a common mistake while filling out DWP forms and attending in-person assessments

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2 w. ago Full list of benefits to rise in April including Universal Credit, PIP and State Pension

DWP have confirmed a full list of benefits set to increase in April. Here, we take a look at the full list of pay rises for benefit claimants - including PIP, Universal Credit and State Pension

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